When you’re replacing flooring in hundreds of hotel rooms, every decision gets multiplied. A small difference in price per square foot might not seem like much until you spread it across guest rooms, hallways, lobbies and common areas. That’s why procurement teams are always looking for ways to keep projects on budget without sacrificing the look they’re trying to achieve.
One way they do that is by looking at B-Grade and discontinued flooring.
Discontinued Doesn’t Mean Undesirable
Manufacturers introduce new flooring collections every year, which means older colors and styles eventually get discontinued or there’s a surplus. That doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with the product. It simply means the manufacturer is making room for something new.
The same goes for B-Grade flooring. Depending on why it was downgraded, it can be a great fit for the right application. Buyers who understand the difference can often save money without giving up the appearance or performance they’re looking for.
That’s why many hospitality buyers keep an eye on discontinued and B-Grade opportunities. If the right product becomes available in the quantity they need, it can make a big difference to the overall renovation budget.
Another advantage is having enough material to finish the job. Hotel renovations often require flooring for an entire wing, multiple floors or several properties at the same time. When discontinued inventory becomes available in larger quantities, buyers have the opportunity to purchase what they need all at once instead of trying to piece together inventory later. That can make scheduling easier, reduce delays and help keep projects moving.
We Help Buyers Find the Right Fit
Finding the right flooring is all about finding the right product for the project. Our Flooring Traders spend every day talking with manufacturers and buyers across North America. They know what’s been discontinued, what inventory is becoming available and where opportunities are showing up. They also closely follow the flooring industry and track everything from pricing to the latest trends in First Quality, Surplus and B-Grade
Most importantly, they help you think through the project.
Are you renovating guest rooms? Updating corridors? Replacing flooring in a lobby or common area? Every space has different demands, and not every product is the right fit. Our team can help you compare options, talk through current flooring trends and recommend B-Grade or discontinued products that make the most sense for the project.
We also help customers narrow down their choices. Different flooring products perform differently depending on the application. High-traffic hallways have different requirements than guest rooms, and common areas may call for something entirely different. Our traders can walk through those considerations with you and recommend products that fit the space, the expected wear and your renovation budget.
That’s the value of working with seasoned professionals that have a passion for helping customers. We don’t just tell you what’s sitting in a warehouse. We help you find flooring that fits your project, your timeline and your budget.
Truckload or LTL Options: We’ll Help You Find It
Not every project needs a full truckload of flooring. Some customers are renovating a single property. Others are updating several hotels over time. That’s why we offer both truckload and less-than-truckload (LTL) flooring opportunities.
If you’re planning a hotel renovation, connect with one of our traders by requesting a quote. We’ll help you find current truckload and LTL flooring opportunities and recommend products that make sense for your project and your budget.
